The Shepherd's Life : A Tale of the Lake District-9780141979366

The Shepherd's Life : A Tale of the Lake District

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The Shepherd's Life: A Tale of the Lake District by James Rebanks is a Sunday Times chart-topper that takes readers on an evocative journey through a fading way of life. Celebrated by renowned culinary icon Nigel Slater as 'affectionate, evocative, illuminating', this literary masterpiece stands as a 'pastoral for the 21st century'.

Dive into the heart of the Lake District, where tradition meets resilience as Rebanks, a shepherd's son and grandson, narrates his family's enduring legacy. This compelling narrative reflects not only a personal journey but also honors a time-honored lifestyle intricately woven into the cycles of nature.

Experience the richness of this book, which offers:

  • The annual cycle of the shepherd: Discover the seasonal rhythms, from summer's sheep pilgrimage to crucial haymaking.
  • Harsh realities and hopeful beginnings: Witness the grueling challenges of winter contrasted with the joyous arrival of spring and the birth of newborn lambs.
  • A celebration of resilience: Revel in the beauty of a landscape and lifestyle that have thrived for generations, showcasing the strength of both the sheep and their shepherd.

With its poignant insights, The Shepherd's Life offers a window into a disappearing world, making it an essential read for anyone yearning to connect with humanity's pastoral roots. Through James Rebanks' incredible storytelling, you will experience the magic of the Lake District and the profound relationship between the landscape and its people.

Product Information

ISBN: 9780141979366
Author: James Rebanks
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Dimensions: 198 x 130 x 19 mm
Publication Date: 03 March, 2016
Pagination: 320 pages
Weight: 234g

Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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